Polaris AutoClear SC Installation And Operation Manual

Polaris AutoClear SC Installation And Operation Manual

Above ground salt chlorinator

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PMRA Approved
2021-6492
2022-08-10
Carton label :
Controls bacteria and algae in Swimming Pool Water For Residential Pools
A maximum of 132,000 L (35,000 gallons) (132.0 m3) of water can be treated
Maximum output of hypochlorous acid equivalent to 0.400 kg of free available chlorine per day
For swimming pools, a range of 1-3 ppm of free available chlorine must be maintained.
READ THE LABEL AND THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
WARNING: operating
cell can cause a build up of flammable gases which can result in FIRE OR
Cell Replacement Label :
Rating Label:
Polaris
®
AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K)
Chlorine Generator
DOMESTIC
with one
Polaris
BEFORE USING
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
REG. NO.
®
Polaris
PAGSC20K
EXPLOSION.
WARNING: Do not use this device with bromide products
Zodiac Pool Systems LLC
2882 Whiptail Loop East #100 Carlsbad, CA 92010
1.800.822.7933 | www.ZodiacPoolSystems.com
Zodiac Pool Systems Canada, Inc.
2-3365 Mainway, Burlington, Ontario L7M 1A6
+ 1 (888) 647-4004 | www.ZodiacPoolSystems.ca
®
Polaris
Replacement electrode for the chlorine generating device Polaris
This cell must only be used on this model of chlorine generating device.
Read the Label, the Installation and Operation Manual of the chlorine generating device
Polaris
2882 Whiptail Loop East #100 Carlsbad, CA 92010
1.800.822.7933 | www.ZodiacPoolSystems.com
Zodiac Pool Systems Canada, Inc.
2-3365 Mainway, Burlington, Ontario L7M 1A6
+ 1 (888) 647-4004 | www.ZodiacPoolSystems.ca
POLARIS
AUTOCLEAR
SC
®
(PAGSC20K)
INPUT SWC: 120VAC, 60Hz, 2.5A
OUTPUT: 28V D.C., 8A
CHLORINE OUTPUT: See cell label EPA
Est. No. 100761-MYS-1
Pump Receptacle: 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 10A Max CONFORMS TO UL STD 1081
CAN ICES-003 (B) / NMB-003 (B)
®
PAGSC20K
unit.
34542
PCPA
without water flow through the
AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K)
Chlorine Generator
REG. NO. 34542, PCPA.
®
PAGSC20K before using.
Zodiac Pool Systems LLC
4007539
Certified to CSA Std. C22.2 No. 218.1
®
PAGSC20K

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  • Page 1 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Chlorine Generator ® Replacement electrode for the chlorine generating device Polaris PAGSC20K REG. NO. 34542, PCPA. This cell must only be used on this model of chlorine generating device. Read the Label, the Installation and Operation Manual of the chlorine generating device ®...
  • Page 2 Warning Label On The Back : CAUTION: READ THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL WARNING: Risk of electrical shock. Connect only to circuit that is protected by a Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI). Disconnect the electric power before servicing. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install within 3 metres (10 feet) from the inside edge of the pool. DO NOT MODIFY THIS EQUIPMENT FOR INDOOR/OUTDOOR USE Warning Label On The Front : WARNING...
  • Page 3 Required Salt Level: 3250 ppm 4007539 EPA Est. 100761-MYS-1 ® ELECTROLYTIC CELL FOR POLARIS AUTOCLEAR (PAGSC20K) ETL LISTED CONFORMS TO UL STD 1081 CERTIFIED TO CAN/CSA C22.2 NO. 218.1 CAN ICES-003 (B) / NMB-003 (B) Zodiac Pool Systems LLC 2882 Whiptail Loop East #100 Carlsbad, CA 92010 www.polarispool.com...
  • Page 4 Above Ground Salt Chlorinator PAGSC20K Installation and Operation Manual English | Français | Español...
  • Page 5 Before installing this product, read and follow all warning notices and instructions that accompany this product. Failure to follow warning notices and instructions may result in death, serious injury or property damage. Consult Polaris customer service at 1-800-822-7933 for assistance. Improper installation and/or operation may void the warranty.
  • Page 6 Maximum Output of Hypochlorous Acid is Equivalent to 0.400 kg of Free Available Chlorine Per Day 3,000 parts per million of salt The maximum volume of water that can be treated with one unit of Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) is 132,000 litres (35,000 gallons) (132.0 m3) For swimming pools, a range of 1-3 ppm of free available chlorine must be maintained.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Page 3 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Salt Chlorinator - Installation and Operation ® ® ENGLISH Manual Table of Contents Section 1. Important Safety Instructions ..4 Section 2. System Description ......7 Product Specifications ..........7 Product Contents ............. 7 Section 3.
  • Page 8: Section 1. Important Safety Instructions

    The power pack must be interlocked/interconnected with the pool pump motor power source to ensure that the chlorinator only operates when the pool pump is operating. The flow switch feature of the Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) is intended to be used as a backup only and should not be used as the sole source of flow detection.
  • Page 9 Manual WARNING Operating Polaris AutoClear SC models without water flow through the cell can cause a buildup of flammable gases which can result in FIRE OR EXPLOSION. READ THE LABEL AND OPERATION MANUAL BEFORE USING. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
  • Page 10 Page 6 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Salt Chlorinator - Installation and Operation ® ® ENGLISH Manual CAUTION This device is intended for use with above ground, permanently installed swimming pools. Do not use with storable pools. A permanently installed pool is constructed on the ground or in a building such that it cannot be readily disassembled for storage.
  • Page 11: Section 2. System Description

    Page 7 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Salt Chlorinator - Installation and Operation ® ® ENGLISH Manual Section 2. System Description The cell must be installed horizontally as the last piece of equipment in the circulation plumbing system just before the pool.
  • Page 12: Product Contents

    Page 8 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Salt Chlorinator - Installation and Operation ® ® ENGLISH Manual 2.2 Product Contents Figure 2. Carton Contents ITEM DESCRIPTION Power Pack Cell Power Pack Bracket Winterizing Cap Screw Set (includes wall plugs) Locking Ring Tool...
  • Page 13: Section 3. Installation Instructions

    Page 9 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Salt Chlorinator - Installation and Operation ® ® ENGLISH Manual Installation Requirements Section 3. Installation Instructions WARNING The chlorine generating device must be installed WARNING horizontally with the cell above the pipe to avoid...
  • Page 14: Install The Power Pack And Cell

    Page 10 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Salt Chlorinator - Installation and Operation ® ® ENGLISH Manual 5. Press the two (2) push-buttons on either side of 3.3 Install the Power Pack and Cell the upper clamp to separate the upper clamp from 1.
  • Page 15 Page 11 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Salt Chlorinator - Installation and Operation ® ® ENGLISH Manual Figure 6. Disassemble the Cell Figure 10. Locking Ring Level 2. Install the flow switch making sure the arrow on the flow switch points in the direction of the water flow.
  • Page 16 Page 12 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Salt Chlorinator - Installation and Operation ® ® ENGLISH Manual the power pack on.
  • Page 17: Section 4. Pool Water Preparation

    Page 13 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Salt Chlorinator - Installation and Operation ® ® ENGLISH Manual Section 4. Pool Water Preparation Connector 4.1 Determining Pool Size (Gallons of Water in Your Pool) • Rectangular Pools Average length (feet) x average width (feet) x average depth (feet) x 7.5 = gallon capacity.
  • Page 18: Optimum Pool Water Conditions

    Page 14 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Salt Chlorinator - Installation and Operation ® ® ENGLISH Manual 4.4 Optimum Pool Water Conditions • Super Chlorination burns out the organic material that has combined with chlorine • In accordance with Association of Pool and Hot which frees the chlorine for sanitizing.
  • Page 19: Salt (Nacl Sodium Chloride)

    30 days (surface should be completely cured) Polaris Pool Systems, Inc. does not warrant or before adding salt. Do not run the chlorinator at this guarantee that the chlorinated water generated by time.
  • Page 20 Page 16 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Salt Chlorinator - Installation and Operation ® ® ENGLISH Manual Table 1. Approximate Pounds and Kilograms of Salt Needed to Obtain 3,000 ppm (4.0 gpl) Pool Size – Litres (US Gallons) Current Salt 38,000 L...
  • Page 21: Section 5. Operating Instructions

    Page 17 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Salt Chlorinator - Installation and Operation ® ® ENGLISH Manual to correctly treat the water. The saltwater chlorine Section 5. Operating Instructions generator has default settings of Timers 1 and 2. However they can be customized.
  • Page 22: Chlorine Production Activated

    Page 18 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Salt Chlorinator - Installation and Operation ® ® ENGLISH Manual Cleaning the Electrode • Although the saltwater chlorine generator is equipped Use the buttons to set the Timer 1 start with reverse polarity technology it is still necessary to minutes, then press to store.
  • Page 23: Monthly

    Page 19 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Salt Chlorinator - Installation and Operation ® ® ENGLISH Manual CAUTION 6.3 Cleaning the Cell Never use dry acid to adjust pH in arid geographic areas with excessive evaporation and minimal WARNING dilution of pool water with fresh water. A build up of by products can damage the electrolytic cell.
  • Page 24: Winterizing

    Page 20 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Salt Chlorinator - Installation and Operation ® ® ENGLISH Manual NOTE: Excessive acid washing will damage the electrolytic cell. Do not leave in acid for more than 30 minutes. Locking 11. If the cell is clean, reattach the cell as described in Ring Tool Section 3.3.
  • Page 25 Page 21 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Salt Chlorinator - Installation and Operation ® ® ENGLISH Manual NOTE: Ensure the locking ring is level when engaging the threading housing (see Figure 35). Figure 16. Installing the Winterizing Caps Figure 17. Locking Ring Level...
  • Page 26: Section 7. Troubleshooting

    Page 22 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Salt Chlorinator - Installation and Operation ® ® ENGLISH Manual Section 7. Troubleshooting WARNING Always turn pump off prior to attempting service or repair. Your pump and filter system is operated under pressure and pressure must be released before you begin to avoid system damage or personal injury. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to properly release the air in the pool filter.
  • Page 27 Page 23 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Salt Chlorinator - Installation and Operation ® ® ENGLISH Manual NOTES...
  • Page 28 Page 24 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Salt Chlorinator - Installation and Operation ® ® ENGLISH Manual NOTES...
  • Page 29 Page 25 Polaris AutoClear SC (PAGSC20K) Salt Chlorinator - Installation and Operation ® ® ENGLISH Manual Zodiac Pool Systems LLC 2882 Whiptail Loop # 100 Carlsbad, CA 92010, USA 1.800.822.7933 polarispool.com ETL LISTED Zodiac Pool Systems Canada, Inc. CONFORMS TO...

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